Hipster Korean cuisine, out-there fusion fare and crazy cocktails -- a new generation of cutting-edge eateries opens, all within a 10-minute cab ride from the TIFF Bell Lightbox.

This Spanish-inspired restaurant offers authentic cheese and Iberico meats, Spanish wines and a "crazy cocktail list," says Jonathan Sobol, whose film The Art of the Steal plays at this year's fest. 797 College St.

2. THE CHASE FISH & OYSTER

Silks adorn the ceiling and curtains open to a flower-filled patio at this spot, where a highlight is the bay platter containing oysters, clams, tuna, crab, shrimp, scallops and lobster. 10 Temperance St.

3. THE COCKTAIL PARLOR

This casual lounge opened in July in the Storys building, a 170-year-old warehouse-turned-event space. "It has an Old World charm with classic cocktails and fun and unpretentious food," says TIFF Bell Lightbox artistic director Noah Cowan. 11 Duncan St.

With a name like this, how could we resist? Opened in May, the sister spot of the neighboring Harbord Room features an extensive drink, wine and cheese menu and Mediterranean-style small bites. 97 Harbord St.